Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts says shutting down Shohei Ohtani as a pitcher for the season is “an option,” with discussion tied to the player’s injury status. One report characterizes the possibility as that Ohtani may have already thrown his last pitch in 2026.
Both outlets frame the comments as part of the team’s ongoing evaluation rather than a definitive decision. The Dodgers’ position centers on managing workload and risk while determining how Ohtani’s health impacts his pitching availability.
While the reporting aligns on the core point—that a pitching shutdown is being considered—outlets differ slightly in emphasis. One piece highlights the broader implication that a shutdown could end Ohtani’s pitching work for the year, while the other focuses on the statement that the move is “on the table,” indicating the decision remains under review.
